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The philosophy of science, when it speaks directly to scientists, provides inspiration and guidance as to the best state of mind required to approach the process of scientific inquiry. It can provide guidance to those embarking on a research career and those entrusted with the education of young scientists.
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Truran, P. (2013). Introduction: A Personal Perspective. In: Practical Applications of the Philosophy of Science. SpringerBriefs in Philosophy. Springer, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-00452-5_1
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